Lime for Lawns

 

Does your lawn need lime??

 

Brown spots are unattractive and could signal a need for lime.

 

Why is there lime for lawns and when should you use it?

The ph level of your lawn should be between 6 and 7. Lime for lawns is a good way to reduce the acidity of the soil and can make your lawn healthier.

Soil tester on lime for lawns

 

A soil test kit can be found at your local garden center to test your lawn's ph level or you can call the local county extension office. The extension office can help you determine which lime for lawns is right for your soil and how much lime for lawns to apply.

 

Beautiful healthy lawn on lime for lawns.

 

There are a couple of different forms of lime for lawns. Pellet sized lime for lawns or powder form lime for lawns. Pellet sized lime for lawns can be easily spread and is easier to work with. Powdered lime for lawns is usually less expensive, but harder to spread than pellet lime for lawns.

One brand of lime for lawns

 

 

You need to spread the lime for lawns and any fertilizer seperately and at least two weeks apart. There isn't a specific time of year to apply lime for lawns, but it is best to do it when there is no grass as the lime for lawns can kill the grass. Lime for lawns is to treat the soil, not the grass already growing.

 

Lime for lawns is organic but can lower the ph level of your lawn if you use too much.  The key to using lime for lawns is to get the right mixture into the soil to lower the ph level.  Most garden shops can help with any questions you may have about your lime for lawns application.